January 12
Kenya: Ruto Tells-Off Opposition for Politicising Nyota Empowerment Initiative
Capital FM
President William Ruto has cautioned political leaders against politicking the roll-out of the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (Nyota) Project. Read more »
Kenya: IShowSpeed Crowned Nyangulo After Defeating Maasai Jumpers in Kenya
Capital FM
American YouTube and Twitch sensation IShowSpeed wowed audiences during his Kenya tour by showcasing his athleticism in a friendly competition with the Maasai tribe, renowned for… Read more »
Kenya: IShowSpeed in Kenya - Assessing the Geopolitical Value of 'Streamer Tourism'
Capital FM
The paralysis of Nairobi's arterial roads on Sunday signaled a phenomenon far more profound than the logistical disruption caused by a high-profile visitor. It marked the physical… Read more »
Kenya: iShowSpeed Stuns Fans After Backflipping in Front of Lions During Kenya Safari
Capital FM
American YouTube and Twitch sensation iShowSpeed sent shockwaves across the internet after performing a backflip just metres away from a group of lions while on safari in Kenya, a… Read more »
Malawi: Mutharika At 100 Days - Strong Hand or Shaky Grip On Power?
Nyasa Times
One hundred days into office, President Arthur Peter Mutharika has wasted no time reminding Malawi that he is a man who acts. From free secondary education to stabilising fuel… Read more »
Kenya: Sifuna, Osotsi and Allies Boycott ODM Central Committee Meeting Amid Deepening Party Rifts
Capital FM
Senior Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) figures, including Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and Senators Godfrey Osotsi, Odour Ong'wen and Ledama Ariko, skipped a Central Management… Read more »
Somalia: Puntland Forces Capture Strategic Isis Bases in Al-Miskaad Mountains
Shabelle
Puntland security forces have launched a large-scale offensive against Islamic State (IS) hideouts in the rugged mountains of the Bari region, capturing strategic positions and… Read more »
Nigeria: Woman Seeks IGP Egbetokun's Imprisonment Over Husband's Police Abduction, Disappearance Case
Premium Times
The woman accused IGP Egbetokun of disobeying a September 2025 court judgement ordering the production of the officers involved in her husband's abduction and disappearance since… Read more »
Sudan: Al-Eisir Announces Breakthroughs in Recovery of Sudanese Antiquities
SNA
Minister of Culture, Information, and Tourism Khalid Al-Eisir announced that Sudan will soon disclose major breakthroughs in the recovery of plundered antiquities, achieved in… Read more »
Nigeria: Full List - Rema, Shallipopi, Burna Boy Dominate 9th Afrima Awards
Premium Times
The AFRIMA award ceremony, which brought together top artistes, producers and industry stakeholders from across Africa and the diaspora, was held on Sunday at the Eko Events… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Suspends Use of Private Advocates By Counties and Public Entities
Capital FM
The High Court has issued conservatory orders suspending the engagement of private advocates and law firms by county governments and other public entities, pending the hearing and… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Prisons Service Staff Enlisted As Election Constables Ahead of January 15th Polls
Nile Post
The Uganda Prisons Service (UPS) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a peaceful, secure, and well-coordinated electoral process ahead of Thursday's general presidential and… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Police Ready for Peaceful Polls, Emphasises Proper Use of National Flag - Aigp Ubolda Bamunoba
Nile Post
The Uganda Police is fully prepared to ensure a peaceful and secure environment for the upcoming January 15 elections, according to AIGP Ubolda Bamunoba, Chief Political Commissar… Read more »
Uganda: UMSC Reclaims Control of Haj Affairs, Suspends Uganda Bureau Over Alleged Exploitation of Pilgrims
Nile Post
The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) has suspended the operations of the Uganda Bureau of Haj Affairs and repossessed full control of the management of pilgrimage activities,… Read more »
Kenya: Mutua No Longer Mcsk CEO, Board Warns Public
Capital FM
The Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK) has warned the public against engaging Dr. Ezekiel Mutua, saying he is no longer the organisation's Chief Executive Officer. Read more »
Kenya: Luxury Cruise Ship With 690 Tourists Docks in Mombasa
Capital FM
Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano welcomed the vessel on Monday, noting it is the third major cruise arrival of the 2025/26 season, following successful calls by the SH Diana… Read more »
Kenya: MPs to Hold Hearings On Proposed Sale 15pc of Safaricom Stake to Vodacom
Capital FM
Parliamentary scrutiny of the government's plan to partially divest its shareholding in Safaricom PLC has formally begun, with two House committees convening stakeholder hearings… Read more »
Kenya: LSK to Challenge Nakuru High Court Order Barring Public Entities From Hiring Private Lawyers
Capital FM
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has vowed to challenge a far-reaching High Court order issued in Nakuru suspending the engagement of private legal practitioners by public entities,… Read more »
Nigeria: Police Nab Three Suspects Over Death of Female Lawyer in Abuja
Vanguard
The Police Command in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) says it has arrested three suspects in connection with the death of a female lawyer, Ms Princess Chigbo, in Abuja. Read more »
Nigeria: Gospel Artiste Eguono Emuraishe Hosts Double Milestone Celebrations for Husband in U.S.
Leadership
Nigerian-born US-based gospel artiste, Eguono Emuraishe Onokpikini, has hosted a high-profile celebration in Detroit, Michigan, honouring her husband Etaroghene Kelvin Onokpikini… Read more »
Nigeria: Again, 2026 Budget Has No Plan B Should Oil Production Targets Fail
Leadership
Nigeria's N58.18 trillion proposed 2026 budget is anchored on a set of oil market assumptions that leave little room for error at a time of heightened global uncertainty. Read more »
Nigeria: African Coaches Dominate Afcon 2025, Close-in-On Trophy
Leadership
For the first time in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations, every semi-finalist in the 2025 edition is being led by an African coach. This unprecedented achievement guarantees… Read more »
Nigeria: Iwobi Equals Mikel, Okocha's Records At Afcon 2025
Leadership
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has made headlines by surpassing all other players at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with the most line-breaking passes. According to… Read more »
Nigeria: All Progressives Congress Group Passes Vote of Confidence in Fubara
Leadership
The G37 Political Support Group has passed a vote of confidence on Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, declaring its support for his re-election in the 2027 governorship… Read more »
Rwanda: Major Penalties in New Traffic Bill, Related Offences
New Times
The lower chamber of Parliament on January 5 passed a new road traffic bill introducing changes to Rwanda's road safety framework, including revised penalties for drivers, vehicle… Read more »
